I went home to Birmingham last weekend to attend Alabama’s last home game. On the way to the family home we passed by Elmwood cemetery where Bear Bryant was buried. My niece and I were telling our daughters the notable people buried there like our church Bishop, Eddie Kendrick of the Temptations and Bear Bryant. I remember watching the funeral procession from Tuscaloosa to Birmingham on the television and I waited a week later after the visitors died down to visit his grave.
There were some hard times after Bear Bryant died. But we are fortunate to have bounced back and are in the second golden age of Bama football with Nick Saban. 14 consecutive seasons (and counting) of 10 or more wins, 6 national championships, 8 SEC championships, 4 Heisman Trophy winners, 7 playoff appearances, 44 consensus All Americans, and the first team in history to win 10 SEC games in one season.
RIP Denise...my sister who took me to my first Alabama game to witness him lean on that goalpost. I'm fortunate to have experienced the Bryant & Saban eras in my lifetime. GOOD TIMES GREAT MEMORIES.
Even as a ten year old kid from Long Island, New York, I remember the shock I felt when I heard that Bear Bryant had died. It was because he seemed like he was immortal.
Paul Bear Bryant passed away before I was born but according to my dad, he was an amazing coach for our Crimson Tidee!!! What a incredible legacy!!!!! I am proud to say I have crimson red and white blood flowing thru my veins!!!!!!! ROLL TIDEEEEE!!!! 🌊🌊🌊🏈🏈🏈❤️❤️🏈🏈🔥🌊 🌊🌊
Not just according to your dad..... according to everyone. Former players, media, fans, and history testify that Paul "Bear" Bryant was one of the best to ever do it. Honestly, in my opinion, he's only surpassed by one. That's the GOAT. Nick Saban
Coach died on my 22nd bday. Watched NBC News Overnight show that night and fought back tears during their coverage of his passing at a friend's apartment while at college. Bryant was a blessing to me and other ppl in Alabama, and an unforgettable character.
You're right, they'll never be another Bear. They'll never be another like The GOAT, Nick Saban either. Regardless of how you see em shaking out, I'm glad The University of Alabama had both of them. Our winning tradition has been cemented in the history of college football as The Standard, time and time again. Every season more players immortalize themselves in that great tradition. There might be some schools that have done it longer but one thing is for certain.....ain't nobody done it better! Roll Tide
Died a year short of a decade before I was born. I’ve still watched all of Bama’s best games under Bryant thanks to BamaRewind. I still wonder if they rlly rolled Toomer’s corner when the news broke… They definitely when Saban announced his retirement, thinking it was all over for Bama. And to an extent they’re right, but they still won’t be rollin’ any trees after the Iron Bowl any time soon. We’re still a top3 program in terms of talent, not New Mexico St. or Maryland with a 2nd team QB… As Verne Lindquist once said…”This…Aint…Kentucky.” Rtr!
Remember Ronnie when we were young in Macon playing local gigs. Figure he might accomplish somthing later, and he found him self as a good singer. Glad for the time we spent together at Studio 1 and other times at gigs. RIP.
I remember being on the interstate with my dad and everyone was pulled to the shoulder with their lights on. It's one of my earliest memories. I wish I knew what I did with the Birmingham News paper that had Reagan's State of the Union address about Bear.
@@hermanator74301I'm pretty sure it was a typo. A little common sense goes a long way tho. It doesn't take much effort to deduce that he probably meant "remember"
I would be willing to bet everything I own that they won’t line the streets or interstate when Saban passes on. Been a fan all my long life. No other coach will ever be able to touch the Bear.
Depends on the site of his burial...assuming he wants to be buried. I would assume he'd lie in repose at the stadium for everyone to pay their last respects.
Yep .....not to mention Johnny Cash was born up the road. They must've put something in the water in that area back then. Two of the greatest in their chosen profession and both left their mark on the world by the end
And now Saban has announced his retirement 😢 I’ll definitely remember where I was on Wednesday January 10, 2024 😢
i was born on february 16th 1983 beautiful song we lost a great great man that day so much wisdom tough got the best out of you .
I went home to Birmingham last weekend to attend Alabama’s last home game. On the way to the family home we passed by Elmwood cemetery where Bear Bryant was buried. My niece and I were telling our daughters the notable people buried there like our church Bishop, Eddie Kendrick of the Temptations and Bear Bryant. I remember watching the funeral procession from Tuscaloosa to Birmingham on the television and I waited a week later after the visitors died down to visit his grave.
I was 14 and cried like my grandpa died. People can say what they want, but the Bear was the greatest college football coach ever.
I remember this day.. sad day for us in alabama the bear was one of a kind. In my opinion the greatest to ever coach the game..
There were some hard times after Bear Bryant died. But we are fortunate to have bounced back and are in the second golden age of Bama football with Nick Saban. 14 consecutive seasons (and counting) of 10 or more wins, 6 national championships, 8 SEC championships, 4 Heisman Trophy winners, 7 playoff appearances, 44 consensus All Americans, and the first team in history to win 10 SEC games in one season.
3 Heisman winners, 7 sec championships, and 6 national championships!
@@RyanB1987 I need to do an edit ;-)
@@GoDawgs18 41-24
Wtf
Nothing so nice as kicking the Buckeyes ass 52-24
RIP Denise...my sister who took me to my first Alabama game to witness him lean on that goalpost. I'm fortunate to have experienced the Bryant & Saban eras in my lifetime. GOOD TIMES GREAT MEMORIES.
Very good music. Bear Bryant was truly one of Americas great coaching icons. We will never forget him.
How fitting. My rock hero singing about my football hero. I cried when both of you died. Rock on Ronnie and Roll Tide
Even as a ten year old kid from Long Island, New York, I remember the shock I felt when I heard that Bear Bryant had died. It was because he seemed like he was immortal.
Only 69 and just a few weeks after coaching his last game. He was in poor health but perhaps he couldn’t go on without being a football coach.
love this song! So much heart went into it
This video and song is outstanding! Excellent work
Paul Bear Bryant passed away before I was born but according to my dad, he was an amazing coach for our Crimson Tidee!!! What a incredible legacy!!!!! I am proud to say I have crimson red and white blood flowing thru my veins!!!!!!! ROLL TIDEEEEE!!!! 🌊🌊🌊🏈🏈🏈❤️❤️🏈🏈🔥🌊 🌊🌊
Not just according to your dad..... according to everyone. Former players, media, fans, and history testify that Paul "Bear" Bryant was one of the best to ever do it. Honestly, in my opinion, he's only surpassed by one. That's the GOAT. Nick Saban
@@KevinShoemaker-oj1pi💯💯💯💯💯 absolutely my brother!!! Well said!!! ROLL TIDE!!! 🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🏈🏈🔥🐘
@@robertmosley8568 Roll Tide!
Coach died on my 22nd bday. Watched NBC News Overnight show that night and fought back tears during their coverage of his passing at a friend's apartment while at college. Bryant was a blessing to me and other ppl in Alabama, and an unforgettable character.
I was just a kid but I thank God I was alive when The Bear was our coach. I love Nick Saban but it WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER BEAR.
You're right, they'll never be another Bear. They'll never be another like The GOAT, Nick Saban either. Regardless of how you see em shaking out, I'm glad The University of Alabama had both of them. Our winning tradition has been cemented in the history of college football as The Standard, time and time again. Every season more players immortalize themselves in that great tradition. There might be some schools that have done it longer but one thing is for certain.....ain't nobody done it better! Roll Tide
@@KevinShoemaker-oj1pi ROLL TIDE MY FRIEND...
Died a year short of a decade before I was born. I’ve still watched all of Bama’s best games under Bryant thanks to BamaRewind. I still wonder if they rlly rolled Toomer’s corner when the news broke… They definitely when Saban announced his retirement, thinking it was all over for Bama. And to an extent they’re right, but they still won’t be rollin’ any trees after the Iron Bowl any time soon. We’re still a top3 program in terms of talent, not New Mexico St. or Maryland with a 2nd team QB… As Verne Lindquist once said…”This…Aint…Kentucky.” Rtr!
I miss Bear Bryant I wish he was still coaching
Remember Ronnie when we were young in Macon playing local gigs. Figure he might accomplish somthing later, and he found him self as a good singer. Glad for the time we spent together at Studio 1 and other times at gigs. RIP.
Strange this vid so sparsely viewed. Times change and nobody these days cares about roots, heart or tradition like they used to.
The great Buddie Buie and the great Ronnie Hammond!
~ Love the song. ~
LEGEND
thanks for posting!
I remover standing beside the road near Elmwood cemetery as the hearse passed by me and hundreds of other fans standing along Lomb Ave.
I remember being on the interstate with my dad and everyone was pulled to the shoulder with their lights on. It's one of my earliest memories. I wish I knew what I did with the Birmingham News paper that had Reagan's State of the Union address about Bear.
What is " remover " ????
@@hermanator74301I'm pretty sure it was a typo. A little common sense goes a long way tho. It doesn't take much effort to deduce that he probably meant "remember"
I would be willing to bet everything I own that they won’t line the streets or interstate when Saban passes on. Been a fan all my long life. No other coach will ever be able to touch the Bear.
Depends on the site of his burial...assuming he wants to be buried. I would assume he'd lie in repose at the stadium for everyone to pay their last respects.
We need bear Bryant back
When you look up the definition of a man it should simply say PAUL "BEAR" BRYANT!!!
A kid from New York remembers his passing. Sack Exchange DT Marty Lyons was on the Jets, so emphasis here, was on his reaction....!
as a hog fan great coach, born in my home state of Arkansas ,
Yep .....not to mention Johnny Cash was born up the road. They must've put something in the water in that area back then. Two of the greatest in their chosen profession and both left their mark on the world by the end
Whomp Whomp
This song is cringe
Lame AF
Nothing lame about this beautiful tribute to Bear Bryant by Atlanta Rhythm Section.
You won't say that out loud in public, not around here. Roll Tide
#RT🐘🏆🐻
@@datricebrown2035 RTR
Dude come to Tuscaloosa and say that you'll leave sipping soup through a straw